Australians lost a record $3.1 billion to scams in 2022.
These are the top 5 scams by losses reported to Scamwatch in 2022:
•Investments
•Dating & romance
•False billing
•Phishing ( Hi Mum need some money; Hi Jim do you have a Minute to spare for Arthur Koo etc. etc) these get you to reply, or open an attachment and inevitably get money or your banking details.
•Remote access Awareness is the best defence against scams.
https://www.scamwatch.gov.au/ Is the government website do yourself and family a favour and have a look at it.
A general rule is: If you do not recognise the sender or the email address of the sender, Click on Junk Email- Block Sender.
Please be aware of the Constitution requirements for the Election of Officers is as per the form as indicated @:
"C:\Users\PC\Documents\BLANK NOMINATION.docx"
Links:
HMAS Sydney (Vung Tau Ferry): https://www.navy.gov.au/hmas-sydney-iii-part-2
Link to DVA RAP Equipment List:
https://www.dva.gov.au/providers/rehabilitation-appliances-program-rap/rap-schedule
This List includes non-dietary products EG. Optifast.
Downsizer contributions for individuals:
Check your eligibility to make a downsizer contribution, how much you can contribute and how to make a contribution.
https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Super/In-detail/Growing-your-super/Downsizer-contributions-for-individuals/
Published: 15/12/2022
Downsizing contributions into superannuation
If you have reached the eligible age, you may be able to contribute up to $300,000 from the proceeds of the sale (or part sale) of your home into your superannuation fund.
https://www.ato.gov.au/Individuals/Super/Growing-your-super/Adding-to-your-super/Downsizing-contributions-into-superannuation/
Published: 15/12/2022
ArmyRestructure2020/2028:
https://cove.army.gov.au/sites/default/files/forces_command_plan_2020_to_2028.pdf
Australian War Memorial Site: www.awm.gov.au/
Poem OLD MATE by Gary Swalling: https://youtu.be/NHGsMYtrYOc
RAR Assoc National Website: www.rarnational.org.au
1 RAR Website:www.1rar.asn.au/home/
2 RAR: 2rar-association.net.au/
3 RAR South Australia Association Website: TBA
4 RAR Website; www.4rarassociationsaustralia.com/
5 RAR Website: www.5rar.asn.au/
6 RAR Website: www.6rarassociation.com/
7 RAR Website:www.7rar.asn.au/
9 RAR QLD Website: www.9rarqld.org
2/4 RAR: www.24rarassociation.com
8/9 RAR Website:www.9rarqld.org
9 RAR South Australia Website: www.9rarsa.org
RAR Assoc QLD Website: www.rar.org.au/QLDHome.html
RARSA: www.rarasa.org.au/
Dr Bob Hall UNSW
Visit the Australian Vietnam War Website:
vietnam.unsw.adfa.edu.au
For The Search for Tactical Success in Vietnam:
www.cambridge.org/9781107098442
Defence Force Welfare Association; www.dfwa.org.au
Department of Veterans Affairs
Weve Got your Back: www.facebook.com/DVAAus/videos/1439435519451875/
Touchbase Mental Health :www.touchbase.org.au/mental-health
Veterans Family Toolkit:
Planning Ahead Kit available from your local DVA Branch: Preparing for and Coping with Bereavement
Planning ahead kit
… designed to help veterans and their families prepare for bereavement. Personal Information Sheet D8729 Medical Details … designed to help veterans and their families prepare for bereavement. Personal Information Sheet D8729 Medical Details …
Site search | Department of Veterans Affairs (dva.gov.au) Search Berevement.
QLD Association Incorporations ACT
https://www.legislation.qld.gov.au/view/pdf/inforce/current/act-1981-074
Department of Defence Website
Qualifications Certificates Email: yourcustomer.service@defence.gov.au
SVC #; Full Name; SVC DATES:
Website: yourcustomer.service@defence.gov.au Jobs and People/ Recognition of Qualifications
VETERANS RETREATS:
veteranretreat.tripod.com/retreats.htm#stand
The Long Ride by Laurie (truck) Sams ex SASR Raising Funds for PTSD
To Donate
www.thelongridehome.com.au